Join our team
European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany. It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide range of experimental techniques. User operation has started in September 2017.
The position
The successful candidate will contribute to further developments of the theory of interaction between FEL radiation and matter, with applications to experimental cases of interest for one or more Instruments at the European XFEL. He/She will work in close cooperation with scientists at the European XFEL and with large international collaborations. A non-exhaustive list of possible scientific subjects of interest follows:
- DFT/GW calculations electronic structure of solids and theoretical investigation of X-ray Absorption Spectrum (XAS), X-ray Emission Spectrum (XES), Resonant Inelastic X-ray Scattering (RIXS) and ARPES-Spectrum
- Modeling of time-dependent electronic spectrum of solids as a function of FEL pulses
- Investigation of charge and spin dynamics under ultra-strong and ultra-fast FEL pulse
- Control of non-equilibrium quantum matter with specially shaped FEL pulses
- Analyses of strong Light-Matter interaction in different XFEL experiments
- Development of theoretical tools for X-ray spectroscopy of correlated materials
Requirements
- Bachelor, Master or PhD in Computer Science or similar technical field of study (e.g. Engineering, Physics or Mathematics)
- Proficient knowledge in Python and Object Oriented programming
- Deep understanding of web technologies such as Javascript, HTML5 and CSS3
- Experience with C++ is considered an asset
- Knowledge of the CONDA packaging system is an asset
- Familiarity with Git and Gitlab CI is an asset
- Experience in using a python based web framework (django, flask, tornado, …) is an asset
- Experience with the deployment system Ansible is an asset
- English is the working language, knowledge of German is considered an asset
For additional information, please contact Prof. Alexander Lichtenstein (alexander.lichtenstein@xfel.eu).
Working place will be Schenefeld in the Hamburg metropolitan area. General information on working in Germany, the Hamburg area and the European XFEL can be found under www.xfel.eu/careers.
Our offer
Become part of a vibrant international and multi-cultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress, participate in our international networks, and shape your life upon trust based flexible working times and telecommuting options. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect.
Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany. In addition European XFEL provides a non-contributory company pension scheme, broad relocation benefits, as well as subsidized job-tickets and meals at our company restaurant. The European XFEL GmbH intends to achieve a widely international staff. Company language is English, non-German candidates hired from abroad receive an international allowance.
Reference number
S-302
Duration
These appointments are limited to 3 years, an extension of 2 years is possible.
Deadline
08 July 2020
Application
Please apply online and provide a motivation letter and your CV in English as well as reference letters in one single pdf-file.
Applicants with disabilities will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women.